Izaak Walton League of America

The Izaak Walton League of America operates a sprawling nature conservation park in South Bend, Indiana—over 130 acres of natural habitat designed specifically for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The property includes Juday Creek, three ponds, the St. Joe River, wetlands, marshes, and woodlands. It's a real park, not a store.

The park offers outdoor archery range facilities during the warmer months and indoor archery during winter. They host regular 3D archery events throughout the year—meaning you're shooting at realistic animal-shaped targets set at varying distances across the property, mimicking actual hunting conditions.

Recent event postings mention: - Upcoming 3D Archery Events: Multiple competitions held throughout the year (at least six scheduled events mentioned) - Regular fall and spring events for archers of all skill levels

The park is genuinely multi-purpose. Members get access to: - Hiking trails through diverse natural habitat - Fishing in Juday Creek, the St. Joe River, and three ponds - Picnicking and family exploration areas - Participation in conservation efforts as part of a nationwide conservation club

They run regular social gatherings beyond archery:

• •Highly affordable annual memberships give you open access to the entire 130-acre property. The park is open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk—genuine public access, not restricted hours.

If you need event space, they rent their facilities for weddings and private events.

South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 272-3660

View on map for directions from anywhere in St. Joseph County or northern Indiana.